Experience world-class service at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi

Located on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, overlooking its own private natural bay, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi is situated on 1.3 km stretch of private beach. The silver, gold and glass mosaics décor is evocative of Arabia’s rich history of hospitality. This luxury accommodation, with the latest technology and 14 food and beverage outlets to choose from during your stay, offers guests the very best of new and old world charm. All rooms and suites feature luxurious bedding, and well-appointed furnishings. All rooms have spacious marble bathrooms and come equipped with an iPad mini with integrated room controls, interactive HD TV, a choice of over 150 TV channels, complimentary movies, On Demand services and free high speed WiFi. Every room comes with 24-hour butler service. The Pavillion features panoramic sea views and à la carte menus or buffets that serve a selection of Arabic mezze, Middle Eastern and international inspired dishes, as well as Emirati signature dishes from Mezlai. Emirates Palace’s diverse range of the world’s finest cuisine in its 14 opulent restaurants offers meals to tempt every gastronome. Diners may experience exquisite seafood at Sayad served with a magnificent view of the Gulf. Diners may dine as the locals do at Mezlai or simply partake in an international smorgasbord at La Vendôme. The hotel has 2 expansive swimming pools, and a spa that offers massages, and a full range of lavish body treatments. The Emirates Palace also has a fitness centre and a kids’ club so enjoyable small guests will beg their parents to stay. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi is 25-minutes’ drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport and the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. The Palace is few minutes away from high end shopping malls, numerous restaurants and cultural institutions, and Marina Mall and Heritage Village are a mere seven minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 7 Feb 2008.
Hotel chain/brand:
Mandarin Oriental

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness centre

Spa and wellness centre


Availability

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Room type
Sleeps
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Travel Sustainable Level 3
This property has told us they’re making large investments and efforts towards sustainability by taking steps that can have environmental and social impact. We’ve worked with experts including Travalyst and Sustainalize to create the Travel Sustainable programme – making it easier for you to experience the world more sustainably.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Abu Dhabi
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mustafa
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    Every person we met was helpful, polite, and pleasant.
  • Kunal
    IndiaIndia
    The hotel is just majestic. The arrival hall, interior hotel decor, the central dome, it's a true palace in all respects. The staff was also very nice and helpful. It's crazy how big the hotel is if we walk from one wing to the other - and I...
  • Vasilis
    GreeceGreece
    Great staff and breakfast. Enormous facility with plenty of activities.
  • Ardoin
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    Room was great. Pool was cool considering the HOT outside temperature.
  • Powell-brown
    CanadaCanada
    Amazing palace. Everyone staff me never was so kind and helpful. Beautiful property with unbeilable amenities.
  • Kenza
    United StatesUnited States
    Amazing breakfast. Staff very nice and efficiently respond to the needs. Sustainable amenities.
  • Shereen
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    large grounds beautiful big open space sea and pools breathtaking
  • Vladislav
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    Everything was great: the room, facilities, food, staff.
  • Nabil
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    (+) Great staff: Yousri (aka) "Yoyo" at the kids club was amazing; highly talented in dealing with kids from various ages. Mr. Younes as host has been extremely friendly and helpful. Mr. Mustapha, duty manager, was very welcoming and was great at...
  • Mark
    AustraliaAustralia
    This place is by far the best hotel due to the unique palace building

Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days

  • Is dinner in a particular restaurant or we can choose where we want to dine?

    the guest will have a voucher of AED 270 per adult which he can use in any of our restaurant
    Answered on 27 December 2019
  • Free access to the lounge?

    NO, AT SUPPLEMENT CHARGE
    Answered on 5 August 2019
  • Any little surprise for a bdey celebrant who’s going to check in for a night ?

    May we ask your booking confirmation in order to assist you
    Answered on 5 January 2021
  • Do you have Smoking rooms?

    we are operating a non smoking in door property
    Answered on 17 May 2020
  • Is your private beach next to the property or do I need to use a means of transportation to go there?

    easy access, club cars are as well available in case
    Answered on 23 September 2019
  • My group consists of 4 . 2adults & 2 kids aged 11& 6 . Is it ok if I book 1 coral king room for my group ?

    No, The maximum occupancy of our rooms is 2 adults and 1 child below 12 yrs
    Answered on 17 May 2020
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Property surroundings *

Restaurants
8 restaurants on site

  • Vendôme
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • Lebanese Terrace
    • Cuisine
      Middle Eastern
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan
  • Hakkasan
    • Cuisine
      Chinese
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan
  • Cascades
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan
  • Las Brisas
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
  • Talea by Antonio Guida
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan
  • Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi
    • Cuisine
      Indian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Episodes
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities of Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Water park
  • Kids' club
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
  • Children's playground
  • Tennis court
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Water slide
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body treatments
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Water slide
  • Hammam
    Additional charge
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Indonesian
  • Dutch
  • Portuguese
  • Romanian
  • Russian
  • Swedish
  • Swahili
  • Thai
  • Filipino
  • Turkish
  • Ukrainian
  • Urdu
  • Chinese

House rules

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
AED 650 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa JCB Diners Club American Express Cash Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

For any bookings made by persons below the age of 21, the hotel check in is not allowed and no booking refunds will be made.

Please note that all guests must present valid IDs upon check-in.

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.

Please note that the dress code for guests at check in is smart casual. Please contact the hotel for more information.

Please note that a valid credit card is required to guarantee the reservation which will be pre-authorised at the time of booking.

Please note that only the suites can accommodate extra beds. This is available for an extra fee.

Personal supplies of food & beverage may not be brought or ordered into the hotel.

Stays booked over 31 December are subject to a mandatory New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner.

Please inform Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi

  • The prices at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi include:

    • Suite
    • Triple
    • Twin

  • Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is 3.7 miles from the centre of Abu Dhabi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi on this page.

  • Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi has 8 restaurants:

    • Lebanese Terrace
    • Martabaan by Hemant Oberoi
    • Vendôme
    • Las Brisas
    • Talea by Antonio Guida
    • Cascades
    • Episodes
    • Hakkasan

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Check-in at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Hammam
    • Cycling
    • Children's playground
    • Snorkelling
    • Table tennis
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Beachfront
    • Kids' club
    • Water park
    • Spa facilities
    • Bicycle rental
    • Manicure
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness
    • Beach
    • Beauty Services
    • Bike tours
    • Foot bath
    • Swimming Pool
    • Hair cut
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Fitness classes
    • Movie nights
    • Horse riding
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Private beach area
    • Happy hour
    • Pedicure
    • Walking tours
    • Yoga classes
    • Facial treatments
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Body treatments
    • Steam room
    • Tennis equipment
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area

  • Yes, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.